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It’s been a season of sandals and footloose summer living but now that cooler weather is moving in, you’re probably starting to keep your toes under wraps. Soon you’ll be sporting boots, perhaps even socks and definitely closed toe shoes. But wait! Did you know real danger lurks inside your cold weather footwear? It’s a […]

Ever been confronted with an unfamiliar skin rash? The kind of rash that’s troublesome but you’re not quite sure warrants a visit to the dermatologist? Here’s a rundown of three common skin irritations and the best course of action for each one. Heat Rash This skin eruption, also known as miliaria or prickly heat, looks

Ever notice that anti-aging and acne-fighting skin care products frequently have something in common? Both list retinol as a key ingredient. Heck, a lot of them even work it into their name. But what is this miracle-working substance exactly? Shouldn’t you know more about what you’re putting on your skin? If you’ve never stopped to

Who doesn’t want to look young and refreshed? Two popular treatments – Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and Chemical Peels – make it a real possibility. The real question is deciding which treatment is right for you. Let’s explore the what, who and how’s of both. What IPL therapy is a skin rejuvenation process that uses

By Jenna Trubschenck, PA-C Frequently when I am doing cosmetic consults and mention that I think a chemical peel would be beneficial, I get a look of horror. I have tried to picture what my patients are thinking when they make this horrified expression. Maybe they are thinking of that scene from Raiders of the

SBC / NDA now accepts Blue Shield AND Anthem Blue Cross Covered California plans! Please consult with your insurance agent/company directly to make sure your plan is eligible and for specific coverage details and guidelines. We hope to see you soon!

There’s a couple of new varieties of sunscreen being marketed these days – ones you can actually drink. In theory it sounds convenient. No need to slather up, no icky feeling of product on your skin, no chance of missing a spot – but wait. Do they actually work? The general consensus among dermatologists is

Have you ever considered getting a chemical peel? Laser skin resurfacing and dermabrasion grab a lot of attention these days but chemical peels have been used for many years to address superficial scars and treat irregular pigmentation. When performed by a well-trained professional, a chemical peel is a safe, simple and cost-effective procedure. This post

Waxing, shaving, waxing, shaving ….. ever get tired of it? Maybe you even get a few in-grown hairs for all your trouble. There’s something else you can do to get a handle on the problem once and for all. Did you know laser hair removal can permanently eliminate up to 90 percent of unwanted hair?

Are lines around your mouth making you look and feel sad? The repeated action of pursing your lips contributes to their formation. That’s why they’re often called smokers’ lines because pursing lips is exactly what smokers do while smoking. Couple that with smoking’s drying effect on skin, known ability to accelerate wrinkle formation plus loss